How to choose stools
To the stools they are great pieces to enhance the setting and provide support and comfort to the environments they have shoals, shoals and islands. With different formats, materials and heights, interior designer Giseli Koraicho, from the office Infinity Spaces Architecture and Interiorsstates that the choice should be based on the characteristics of the project.
According to the professional, the variety of models makes the stool a versatile piece of furniture that adapts to the most diverse decorative styles.
“Attributes include ones with height adjustment, more comfortable versions, intended for occasions when the user will be sitting longer, or pieces with a more connected ‘that’ to the design,” he reports. In wood, aluminum, acrylic, plastic, iron and caneamong other materials, according to her, the secret is to combine aesthetics with the functional aspects foreseen for the project.
What to consider before buying stools?
estimate the Number of person planned for the environment is the first point that helps to define stools in a proposal focused on well-being. In this assessment, the interior designer relates the relation of the material to the environmentas the decision has a direct influence on the decoration project.
“I always focus on comfort and, together with the customer, I try to analyze whether it is worth investing in stools with or without upholstery, as well as the presence of a backrest that contemplates the user’s back as a whole. The purchase of stools is always linked to the proposed use”, explains Giseli.
Stool models and materials
In the materials chapter, the aluminum stools provide an excellent resistenceas well as parts of synthetic fiber. Thinking about outdoorsthe professional reveals to indicate the wood, which must be suitably treated for the purposes of its durability.
In homes with small children or pets, invest in finishes such as leather, waterproofed fabrics, ABS plastic or acrylic is the best alternative, as they resist spills from liquids, food and dirt.
To the chrome stools they harmonize very well the kitchen in a reference to the look of appliances and metals. “The silver finish conveys the feeling of a modern and organized place,” evaluates the designer.
already the swivel they allow for orientation in any direction, without the need for the resident or guest to make a great deal of effort to move.
stool and decoration
In addition to the functional aspect, the stools stand out as decorative elements for the environment with different styles. In a minimalist look, neutral tones such as black and white go very well with the proposal, while in a more classic reading, the stools with floral upholstery convey delicacy.
In a more alternative bias, bold patterns add personality. “It is important that the environment does not become ‘polluted’ and with an excess of information, which tends to tire in a short time”, Giseli warns.
Measurements: what is the height and number of stools
The sizes of the stools vary according to the size of the room and the work surface. however, the the minimum distance of a seated person is 60 cm, but thinking about comfort, 70 cm is ideal. In general, with a 1.80 m bench, three stools are enough.
in the question heightbenches with height d and 75 cm (taking the floor as a reference), ask for pieces between 40 and 45 cm. When the project considers a higher than standard height for the benches, the designer’s advice is to make the calculation by decreasing the legs by 25 cm.
“The result will be the ideal size for the stool,” directs the interior designer. “To make no mistake, the resident can opt for stools with height adjustment which, in addition to being multifunctional, adapt to other places and people of different heights,” she adds.
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Despite being practical and super welcome in interior projects, interior designer Giseli Koraicho warns that in some cases stools are not indicated. “In homes with elderly or obese people, they don’t offer the adequate backrest, nor the security they need,” he concludes.
Source: Terra
Ben Stock is a lifestyle journalist and author at Gossipify. He writes about topics such as health, wellness, travel, food and home decor. He provides practical advice and inspiration to improve well-being, keeps readers up to date with latest lifestyle news and trends, known for his engaging writing style, in-depth analysis and unique perspectives.
